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Reading Time: 2 minutesA Five‑Part Geopolitical Inquiry The world is shifting in ways that are uncomfortable, unpredictable, and often violent. Whether one agrees with Donald Trump’s disregard for a rules‑based order or not, his disruptive methods have shaped global behaviour in ways that … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 18 minutesEditor’s Note: This essay is the first instalment in a five‑part series examining Donald Trump’s geopolitical method — from the architecture of his strategy to its implications across the Middle East, South Asia, Europe, and the Indo‑Pacific. Each part can … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 6 minutesSummary: Iran military preparedness is often misunderstood, shaped not only by sanctions and strategy but by the geography and caution that define how the country positions itself in any conflict. This essay examines why a U.S. ground invasion of Iran … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 6 minutesSummary: This essay examines the transformation of the Arab world from ideological blocs into economically driven, technologically ambitious states navigating a multipolar global order. It explores how the Gulf monarchies, Levantine states, and North African powers are repositioning themselves between … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 5 minutesSummary: This essay examines the evolving triangular relationship between Israel, Iran, and the wider Middle East, and how a returning Trump administration might reshape the region’s strategic landscape. It explores Israel’s shifting security doctrine, Iran’s expanding proxy network, the Palestinian … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 9 minutesTrump’s Method to Madness — Part V: South Asia, Nuclear Realities, and the Islamic Bomb Summary: This essay examines South Asia through the lens of nuclear rivalry, institutional collapse, and great‑power competition. It explores the failure of SAARC, the contradictions … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 4 minutesPradeep Kanthan Operation Sindoor and the Sound of Silence In the aftermath of Operation Sindoor, India’s latest counter-terrorism strike against cross-border provocation, one thing stood out louder than the missiles — the silence from the South Asian neighbourhood. No statements … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 8 minutesDive into the revolutionary ideas of Friedrich Nietzsche! From the concept of eternal recurrence to the power of the Übermensch, this article explores Nietzsche’s most radical philosophies that continue to challenge modern thought. Unravel his mind-bending insights and see how they shape existentialism today. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 4 minutesThe Arcade AI marks a big change in innovative jewelry design. It shows the power of focus, like the story of “The Tortoise and the Hare”. Arcade AI mixes old skills with new tech to make special custom necklaces. These … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 6 minutesLeft to Right: Annamalai, Ponnuswamy, Lt Sukias, Govind Swamy and Lakshmi Kanthan This is the story of four Indians who served in the Queen Victoria’s Own Madras Sappers and Miners during the Second World War. These young men in their … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 5 minutesIndia’s freedom was achieved through stages of negotiations. There were revolutionaries and militants. However, their way did not succeed. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 10 minutesThere is greater knowledge today of the rise of the Nazi Party and Hitler. It should be an example of what can happen with the rise of a right-wing ideology inspired by it. Despite it, the world is witness to a rise in authoritative leadership in two major democracies. A challenge remains. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 12 minutesGalwan represents a clash between the leadership of India and China. It is a clash of Asian giants. Will the others help or leave them to fight their own war. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 10 minutesNational Defence Academy, a great institution needs some reform. Life in the Academy with some changes for the better. Continue reading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Pulwama terror attack has brought coercive diplomacy into the public discourse. It must be handled with caution. Coercive diplomacy? There is a need to differentiate it from ‘gunboat’ diplomacy! The article ignores the effect from all sides. In reality, … Continue reading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHe has raised the ante after Pathankot, Uri, Pulwama and numerous other Kashmir related incidents. Justified reaction to actions. This means a lot to domestic politics. Though BJP’s unpalatable solution to Kashmir is quite far. This is an area where … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 4 minutesHindus follow a collection of religious beliefs. There is a common thread that binds them but politics can be a matter of belief for the sake of power. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 7 minutesThis is the title of a book written by Kancha Illaiah[i]. I stumbled upon the book searching for Shashi Tharoor’s book titled ‘Why I am a Hindu’, which I wanted to read out of curiosity and not self-affirmation. Illaiah’s book … Continue reading
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Reading Time: 4 minutesDangers of a one-party rule from Panchayat to Parliament will see the demise of democracy. Further, a religion backed ideology will put a strain on minorities, even with all the assurances of the BJP. It is too late for them to shed the self-created mantle of Hinduism. Karnataka elections will impact the future of democracy. Continue reading
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Reading Time: 3 minutesChina’s foreign policy and strategy seek a military supremacy over the US. While it talks of regional leadership and supremacy, it actually challenges the US which is at an economic disadvantage with China. The desire for leadership lie in China’s history and growth. Continue reading